FATS - Storable Fats - why we need fats

Per person - per year is 13 pounds - that would include 4 pounds of peanutbutter - SO - I found a source for Cocunut or Palm shortening which is said NOT to go rancid

13 pounds of longterm storage palm oil is $24 per gallon - so that is $312 per person, so just ONE GAL at a time is a good place to start, it doesn't go rancid, so you can order one at a time.

follow this link -
http://www.alpinefoodstorage.com/coconut-oil-and-palm-shortening

why do we need fat?


Why do we need fat in our diet?
Fat provides needed energy. It is difficult to eat the large amounts of food in a very low fat diet to get all the energy you need.
Fat is needed to prevent essential fatty acid deficiency.
Fat is needed so your body can absorb the fat soluble vitamins A, S, E, K, and prevent deficiencies of these vitamins.
Fat provides flavor and texture to help prevent food from being bland and dry.
Fat helps food to stay in the stomach longer, giving a greater sense of satisfaction and preventing hunger soon after meals.
Fat may help your body produce endorphins (natural substances in the brain that produce pleasurable feelings).
Diets too low in fat (less than 20 - 25%) may trigger cravings